You walk up to a driver, ask “How much to the Hotel Zone?”, and then brace yourself for a number that seems to be pulled out of thin air. It can be a frustrating part of the arrival experience. But after years of complaints about price gouging, the local taxi union is finally taking a …
Taxi
If you’ve been on any Cancun-related social media pages this week, you might have seen it: a photo of a tiny, almost cartoonish-looking new taxi being proposed for the city’s streets. The images were met with instant and fierce backlash from residents and tourism professionals alike. “Is this a joke?” was a common refrain, with …
Navigating the 13-mile stretch of the Cancun Hotel Zone presents a classic vacation dilemma: how do you get around without wasting time or money? For years, the answer was a simple taxi ride. But with the arrival of Uber, the landscape has become more complicated, creating a trade-off between convenience and cost that every traveler …
It sounds like the airport nightmare might finally be over… or will it? As of today, Uber says you can open the app, tap Reserve, and step straight into a licensed taxi the moment your flight touches down at Cancún International. But we at The Cancún Sun have covered too many curbside showdowns to declare …
You’re leaving your beautiful resort, feeling tanned, relaxed, and ready for a great evening out. You flag down a taxi for a simple 10-minute ride to a famous restaurant or the party zone. The driver quotes a price that seems… high. In fact, it’s double what you paid for a similar trip yesterday. The confusion …
Cancun, Mexico – Travelers arriving at Cancun International Airport continue to report unsettling encounters with taxis and ride-sharing services, echoing past warnings and highlighting the persistent challenges tourists face when securing transportation to their hotels. Recent online discussions, including a vivid account on Reddit, paint a picture of frustration, alleged overcharging, and harassment, prompting renewed …
CANCUN – Travelers using ride-sharing services at the Cancun International Airport are being warned of ongoing tensions following at least two concerning incidents this week involving confrontations between traditional taxi drivers and Uber operators, with some tourists reportedly caught in the middle. The events highlight the persistent friction surrounding transportation services at one of Mexico’s …
CANCÚN, MEXICO – The allure of Cancún’s pristine beaches and vibrant nightlife continues to draw millions, but a persistent transportation issue is casting a shadow over the tourist experience. Travelers are increasingly reporting significant distress due to ongoing problems with the local taxi system, prompting calls for reform and increased traveler awareness. The primary source …
Cancun, Mexico – Travelers planning a getaway to the idyllic beaches of Cancun may find their arrival less financially stressful thanks to a recent wave of promised reforms at Cancun International Airport. The catalyst for this potential change? A hefty $112 USD (2,000 pesos) taxi fare experienced and subsequently publicized by popular Mexican influencer Luisito …
With travel to Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean set to pick up over the coming months, visitors are increasingly seeking out cheaper means of transport from the city’s international airport as taxis continue to drive prices up. Despite Uber growing widely in popularity, taxis remain a ubiquitous sight across Cancun, often charging travelers up to …